Jan Coleman
I’m a native of the South Side of Chicago, so it was an absolute thrill when the White Sox won the 2005 World Series. (I’m still smiling).
A graduate of the School of Communications at Southern Illinois University, I have a double major, Journalism and Broadcasting.
I’ve worked at several stations in Chicago. Early on, I wanted to make a living as a singer/songwriter but I could not compete with Joni Mitchell. I still sing and write on the side as a hobby.
I’ve won several reporting awards including one from the Associated Press on “Gangs in the Suburbs” and a Peter Lisagor for feature reporting on the gambling boat experience.
Former Chicago Police Candidates File Lawsuit Citing Discrimination
Two former Chicago Police candidates have filed separate lawsuits against the department for alleged discrimination and unfair dismissal of their applications.
Auction For Rita Crundwell’s Belongings Ends
The online auction of items from homes that once belonged to former Dixon Comptroller Rita Crundwell generated $7.4 million.
Man Gets 20 Years For Shooting That Wounded 18-Month-Old Girl
A 28-year-old South Side man will spend the next 20 years behind bars – for shooting an 18-month old girl.
Jail Inmates: We Were Held An Extra Day Because Of Computer Problem
Five former Cook County Jail inmates are suing the Sheriff’s office.Five former Cook County Jail inmates are suing the Sheriff’s office.
Police Go After Drug Markets On South Side
Chicago Police are going after drug gangs, in an effort to cut the level of gun violence in the city.
Chicago Man To Stand Trial In Denver For Allegedly Groping Woman On Plane
A Chicago man will stand trial in Denver on charges he behaved badly on an aircraft.
This Weekend Is Biggest Of Chicago’s Festival Season
A busy and fun weekend for Chicago with, it would seem, something for everyone. It would seem there is something for everyone.
Police Discover Child, 3, Holding Gun During Traffic Stop
Police officers got a surprise when the person they found holding a gun during a recent stop on the West Side was a 3-year-old girl.
Judge Approves 86 Acre Expansion Of Southeast Side Landfill
Chicago just got a little smaller, now that a Cook County judge ruled in favor of a waste disposal company that’s taking 86 acres on the Southeast side to expand its landfill operation.
U Of I Researcher Offers Free Eye Tests For Pugs
If you have a pug, a U. of I. researcher would like to give him or her a free eye test.
Health Insurance Company Cooperating With State After Warning
The Illinois Department of Insurance issued a warning about a health insurance company. Now, the company is trying to resolve the matter.
Former School Custodian Gets 15 Years For Child Porn
A former custodian at a southwest suburban high school was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for possession and transporting child porn.
Organizers Of Anti-Wall Street Protest Write Mayor Emanuel
Organizers of an anti-Wall Street protest in Chicago are gathering signatures on petitions they will send to Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
Man Fathered His Daughter’s Child, Tried Hiring Hitman
Bail has been set at $7 million for a Steger man who wanted his daughter dead.
Driver Charged In Fatal Hit-And-Run In Waukegan
A 22-year-old Waukegan man has been charged in connection with the hit-and-run death of an elderly woman Thursday night.
New Bill Puts Limit On How Long Directors Serve On State Agencies
From now on, Illinois governors face new limits on how long people can run state agencies without legislative approval.
Police: Man Made Sexual Comments To Girl Near Park
Police are warning Southwest Side residents of the attempted sexual exploitation of child that happened this month near a Clearing neighborhood park.
Federal Regulators Shut Down Illinois Bank
On Friday, regulators shut down a bank in Illinois and one in Washington-state, bringing the number closed this year to 63.
Father, Daughter Charged With Growing Pot
A West Suburban father and daughter are charged with growing pot in their home.
Ministers To Daley: Move Cops To Higher-Crime Districts
A group of black ministers is demanding Mayor Richard M. Daley and Police Superintendent Jody Weis keep their promise to put more cops in high crime areas.
Most Popular News
- Body Found In Lake Is Missing U Of C StudentAuthorities have confirmed the body found in Lake Michigan early Wednesday belonged to a University of Chicago student who has been missing for a week.692
- Lewis Points Finger At ‘Rich White People’ For School ProblemsA day before the first set of school closings was set to begin, Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis had some harsh words about how the Chicago Public Schools are funded and managed, blaming much of the district’s problems on racism.5989
- Man Shot To Death In South Suburban HomewoodNineteen-year-old Homewood resident Henry Kormoi died from at least one gunshot wound he suffered near home in the 1100 block of 187th Street.112
- State Discontinues Healthcare Funding For Disabled Stroke VictimUnconscionable. That's what a doctor calls a state decision to cut care funding for a patient.311
- Teen Says He Got E. Coli From Burrito At Lombard RestaurantA local teen says he got sick because of a burrito he ate from a local restaurant that's now the focus of an e coli outbreak.158
- Natura Pet Issues New Dog And Cat Food RecallNebraska-based Natura Pet Products has announced a new voluntary recall of multiple brands of dry pet food and treats. The decision comes after a positive test for Salmonella on April 3.7491
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